Property Description
You’ve just found the kind of Southwest Wisconsin country estate that people dream about but rarely get the chance to own—an awe-inspiring 21.78-acre Driftless Region escape tucked into the rolling ridges, spring-fed valleys, hardwood hillsides, and wildlife-rich terrain of Vernon County, just minutes from Wildcat Mountain State Park and the legendary Kickapoo Valley Reserve.
This is more than a country home with acreage. This is a lifestyle property. A private ridge-and-valley sanctuary. A turnkey hunting retreat. A peaceful full-time residence or weekend getaway where the road quiets down, the stars burn a little brighter, and every morning begins with sweeping views across one of Wisconsin’s most sought-after recreational landscapes.
A scenic gravel driveway leads you across a spring-fed creek and winds gently up the hillside to a tastefully remodeled raised ranch home, originally built in 1996 and thoughtfully updated throughout. Set against a backdrop of cascading hills, wooded ridges, open pockets, and lush valley cover, the home offers 1,778 square feet of warm, comfortable living space with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a walk-out basement, and an oversized wrap-around deck designed to capture the very best of the property’s views.
Inside, the home feels inviting, functional, and move-in ready. The open-concept layout creates a natural flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas, making it ideal for everyday living, entertaining guests, or unwinding after a long day in the woods. Large windows and patio doors frame the surrounding hillsides and valley floor, bringing the outdoors into nearly every major living space. Updated flooring, refreshed paint, modern fixtures, and thoughtful improvements throughout give the home a clean, comfortable feel without losing the simplicity and warmth of a true Wisconsin country residence.
The main living area features a cozy fireplace, direct deck access, and beautiful natural light, creating the perfect gathering space during every season. The kitchen offers practical cabinetry, generous counter space, and views over the surrounding countryside, while the oversized deck becomes an extension of the home itself—a place for morning coffee, evening sunsets, grilling with family, watching deer filter through the valley, or simply soaking in the peace that only this part of Wisconsin can deliver.
The primary suite is generously sized and offers enough room for a private sitting area or home office, making this property especially appealing for those seeking a remote-work lifestyle without sacrificing access to nature. High-speed internet adds modern convenience in a setting that feels wonderfully removed from the noise of town. The suite also features a walk-in closet and private bathroom, while the second bedroom and additional bathroom provide comfortable accommodations for family, guests, or weekend hunting partners.
The walk-out lower level adds tremendous flexibility. The basement has been improved and finished with a rustic, creative touch, offering usable space for hobbies, recreation, storage, studio use, gear organization, or future expansion. It includes an air exchanger and is already plumbed for an additional bathroom, creating a strong value-add opportunity for the next owner. Whether you envision a hunting camp headquarters, family recreation room, workout area, art studio, or additional living space, the foundation is already in place.
Outside, the improvements continue with a newly constructed 24’x32’ detached garage featuring concrete flooring and electric service. This is a major asset for anyone needing space for vehicles, ATVs, UTVs, hunting equipment, tools, tractors, lawn care gear, or workshop use. The property’s gravel drive, manicured yard, elevated homesite, and practical building setup make the entire property easy to use and enjoy from day one.
But the real magic of this estate is the land.
The 21.78 acres offer a remarkable blend of habitat, topography, water, cover, and access. Rolling hills transition into wooded ridges, open pockets, brushy bedding areas, spring-fed water sources, wild apple trees, established food plot areas, and mature timber consisting of oak, maple, pine, and mixed hardwoods. This is the kind of property that hunts far bigger than its acreage because of the way it lays. The ridges, draws, funnels, saddles, and valley-bottom cover naturally influence deer movement, creating an exceptional setup for serious whitetail hunters.
This is rich deer dirt that hasn’t been hunted in a year.
The property has a proven history of mature buck activity, supported by extensive trail camera documentation and strategic stand locations already in place. Surrounding large private tracts, limited hunting pressure, strong neighborhood habitat, and a focus on Quality Deer Management help make this area a consistent producer of trophy-class Vernon County whitetails. The combination of food, water, bedding cover, security, and terrain diversity gives this property the ingredients every serious land buyer looks for but rarely finds in one compact, manageable tract.
For the hunter, this is a turnkey setup. Food plots are ready to be sprayed and planted. Access is practical. The terrain creates natural pinch points and travel corridors. The mix of hardwood ridges, thick cover, creek-bottom influence, and open feeding pockets gives you a complete hunting system in a highly desirable region of Southwest Wisconsin.
For the outdoor enthusiast, the property is equally impressive. The spring-fed creek adds life, sound, and beauty to the landscape, while the surrounding hillsides create a private natural amphitheater that feels worlds away from the busyness of everyday life. Whether you enjoy hiking, wildlife photography, shed hunting, birdwatching, gardening, trail riding, or simply owning a private piece of the Driftless Region, this property delivers a deep sense of place.
Location only strengthens the offering.
Situated near Wildcat Mountain State Park, this estate sits in the heart of one of Wisconsin’s most scenic and recreationally rich regions. Wildcat Mountain State Park offers thousands of acres of public outdoor adventure, including hiking, horseback riding, fishing, canoeing, camping, and incredible views over the Kickapoo River Valley. Nearby, the Kickapoo Valley Reserve spans more than 8,500 acres and offers over 50 miles of trails, dramatic sandstone formations, river access, wildlife habitat, and year-round recreation that draws visitors from across the Midwest.
You are also positioned within reach of multiple local school districts, including Hillsboro, La Farge, and Kickapoo, with bus routes conveniently available at the top of the ridge. That combination of privacy, recreation, and everyday practicality makes this property suitable for a full-time residence, seasonal retreat, family getaway, hunting headquarters, or legacy land holding.
The property is not enrolled in any government land programs, and commercial timbering is not permitted, helping preserve the long-term beauty, privacy, and recreational character of the estate. Annual taxes are approximately $3,465, offering a reasonable carrying cost for a property with this level of home, land, setting, and location.
This is the kind of place that checks the boxes that truly matter: a well-kept country home, a functional shop, spring-fed water, mature timber, food plots, proven deer history, high-speed internet, privacy, views, and proximity to some of the best outdoor recreation in the Driftless Region.
Whether you are searching for a Southwest Wisconsin hunting property, a Vernon County country home with acreage, a Driftless Region recreational retreat, a home near Wildcat Mountain State Park, or a private escape near the Kickapoo Valley Reserve, this property deserves your attention.
Properties like this are not created often. They are found, held, enjoyed, and passed on.
This 21.78-acre Vernon County estate is a rare opportunity to own a scenic country home, a proven whitetail hunting property, and a private Driftless Region sanctuary in one of the most beautiful corners of Wisconsin. Schedule your private showing and experience the kind of ridge-top escape where the sky stretches wide, the valley settles quiet, and the dream of country living becomes real.
For more information or to schedule a private showing, contact Wisconsin Land Specialists Joe Nawrot at 608.381.1627 or [email protected], or Brandon Wikman at 608.403.6003 or [email protected].
Joe Nawrot and Brandon Wikman are Wisconsin’s #1 Ranked Listing and Selling Agents of United Country Real Estate, working with the Midwest’s #1 Ranked United Country Real Estate Office.
1). Wildcat Mountain State Park: https://bit.ly/WildcatMt
2). Kickapoo Valley Reserve: https://bit.ly/KVR-Home
Schedule your private showing today and fall in love with a ridge-top escape where the sky stretches wide, the stars shine bright, and the world slows down. For more info contact Wisconsin Land Specialist, Joe Nawrot at 608.381.1627 // [email protected] or Brandon Wikman at 608.403.6003 [email protected]
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